In general, soy can be bad for some people. It can hurt the body, having the same symptoms as an allergic reaction. That can include bad bloating, rashes and itching, and even constipation and stomach aches. Everyone is different, and this doesn’t necessarily happen more to women than it does to men for any reason. Some people say that soy is particularly bad for women because of the female hormone estrogen present in soy, which can cause an increased risk of breast cancer. However, this simply isn’t true. The hormone found in soy is called phytoestrogen.

Phytoestrogen is weaker than estrogen found in the female body and has little to no effect on females when absorbed. It would take many phytoestrogens consumed to have a negative impact on women. Therefore it doesn’t pose much of a risk. Soy-based products can be a healthier option in some cases and should be considered when making food choices for yourself. You can have a soy-based meat alternative, for example, that can be much healthier when compared to a more common meat product. There are many alternative options at any local grocery store now; you don’t have to special order these products.